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Experts in LIS
by Vinod Kumar Mishra 15 Nov '13

15 Nov '13

Dear All, I wanted to know the name of various Indian experts and their address in different areas of LIS who can deliver some valuable presentations/demonstration/speech/training etc. for our academic community so that they can enhance their academic and research out puts. Thanking You. With regards, Vinod Kumar Mishra, Assistant Librarian, Biju Patnaik Central Library, NIT Rourkela, Mob:91+9439420860 91+6612462103 (O) email: vinod_librarian(a)rediffmail.com : mishravk79(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Open Access Law Passed in Argentina!
by N.S. Harinarayana 14 Nov '13

14 Nov '13

Dear Friends, The following is sent for your kind information. Sorry for cross posting. According to one of the mails received by me, a new open access/repository law passed in Argentina. The law requires that the country's Scientific institutions make their research output openly accessible. This is the second open access law passed in South America this year, along with a law that was passed earlier in Peru. It is fantastic news all around and reflects of the growing worldwide momentum for open access, which is especially strong right now in Latin America! A full news story can be found here (in Spanish): http://www.mincyt.gob.ar/noticias/es-ley-el-acceso-libre-a-la-informacion-c… -- N.S. Harinarayana Department of Library and Information Science University of Mysore, Manasagangotri Mysore 570 006 Off. Ph: (0821) 2419393 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Conference Report | Strengthening Open Access in India
by Mr. Santosh C. Hulagabali 13 Nov '13

13 Nov '13

Dear all, I am happy to share herewith the Conference Report of the successful National Conference, on the theme *Strengthening Open Access in India *(SOAI), held at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi on 21st October, 2013. The event was organsied by UNESCO, JNU and CEMCA. We welcome your valuable suggestions/comments related to the issues stated in the Report. Best regards, Santosh C. Hulagabali Co-Rapporteur, SOAI -- *Librarian *| *Library & Information Centre* Nagindas Khandwala College* | Malad (W) | Mumbai-64 | India Tel: 022-2808 5424 | Extn.No.222/223 | Fax: 022-2865 0461 Library Blog <http://nkclibrary.blogspot.com/> | College Website<http://www.nkc.ac.in/> | Certificate Course <http://www.coist.weebly.com> | Conference Website<https://sites.google.com/site/oamii2012conference/> **Affiliated to University of Mumbai | **Reaccredited 'A' Grade by NAAC | Best College Award (UoM) | ISO 9001:2008 * .................................................................................................................................... DISCLAIMER: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) & may contain confidential & privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail & descard all copies of the original message. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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IDLI@ICADL 2013, Bangalore - showcase your DL and win prizes! - Last date for submission has been extended till 15 Nov 2013 - Final Reminder
by Francis Jayakanth 13 Nov '13

13 Nov '13

Dear Members, Thank you for sending your proposals for the Indian Digital Library Initiatives (IDLI) to be show-cased during ICADL 2013. On popular demand, the last date to submit the proposals to show-case the digital library initiative of your organization has been extended till 15 Nov 2013. Up to 10 selected proposals will get a free registration for the ICADL 2013 conference. This apart, the top two DL initiative will win attractive prizes and the best initiative may get financial support to attend the next ICADL! So, if you haven't sent your proposal as yet, you may do so at your earliest convenience, but not later than 15 Nov 2013. The 15th International Conference on Asia-Pacific Digital Libraries (ICADL 2013) is brought to you by the International School of Information Management and University of Mysore. It will be held in Bangalore, India, during December 9-11, 2013. The venue is Hotel Le Meridien, Bangalore. The theme of the conference is ³Social Media and Community Networks² Would you like to showcase your DL, attend the conference, and win some exciting prizes too--without paying the registration fee? ICADL 2013 will not be just another run-of-the-mill DL conference! Apart from plenary talks and presentations of accepted papers, several special events are lined up during the conference. Once such event is showcasing of Indian Digital Library Initiatives (IDLI). We invite short (2 page) proposals from those of you who have implemented digital libraries in your own organizations for IDLI. We will select up to 10 proposals for showcasing them at the ICADL 2013. The criteria for selection would include (but not limited to): 1. Innovation and Novelty - There should be some aspect of novelty in the initiative. For example novelty could be customization of DL software to meet local needs or to implement a feature that is not supported by the software. The customization could be at the source code and/or configuration levels. Novelty could also be in terms of how social media is used to engage the users 2. Currency - The Initiatives should be current with respect to content and DL software and features being used 3. Impact - What has been the impact of your DL? How and how many users have you reached? How are you engaging your end user? What does the usage statistics reveal? Do you feel that the DL initiative that you are part of qualifies for the above and more? Then, here is your chance to attend the ICADL 2013 for free. You could also get financial support to attend the next ICADL. The write up should not be more than 2 pages and it should cover: - Name of the DL initiative - Year of establishment - Software being used - Current version of the software and the version being used - Innovation / Novelty in the initiative. Please briefly describe the innovation introduced by you - Impact of the initiative with reference user to its reach and usage - Email id of the administrator Up to 10 selected proposals will get a free registration for the ICADL 2013 conference. This apart, the top two DL initiative will win attractive prizes and the best initiative may get financial support to attend the next ICADL! All the selected proposals can showcase their DLs through posters and live demonstrations. The showcasing will take place in the exhibition hall of the conference venue, so there is no time constraint to showcase your DL initiatives. Send your proposals to franc(a)library.iisc.ernet.in A 3-member team comprising of experts in the DL field will adjudge proposals, and the winners will be selected. ICADL 2013 says, " There is something like a free lunch after all" Dr. Francis Jayakanth IDLI@ICADL 2013 Coordinator Member, ICADL 2013 Organizing Committee & JRD Tata Memorial Library Indian Institute of Science Bangalore - 560012, India franc(a)library.iisc.ernet.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Inauguration of Book exhibition
by Mailing List Admin 13 Nov '13

13 Nov '13

---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2013 10:54:18 +0530 From: vijaya Nag <vijayanag25(a)gmail.com> Invitation for the inauguration of "Book exhibition " as a part of *National library week-2013* Organized by *City central library of Mysore: J.P.Nagar Branch,Mysore* On behalf of City central library of Mysore: J.P.Nagar Branch,Mysore, we cordially invite you to participate in the function. Details about the program : Event: * Inauguration of "Book exhibition "* Day: Friday Date & Time: 15th November 2013 at 5-00 pm Venue: City Central Library, J.P.Nagara Branch,Mysore(Puttaraja Gawai stadium) Chief Guests: Sri. Hirimarali Dharmaraju, Poet & principal:Hardwicke pu college,Mysore Sri.Besur Mohan Palegar , Poet and a leading *expert*on *folklore* Sri.B.L.Bhairappa corporator, MCC Would preside over the function. *You are all cordially invited....* *Vijaya Nag G* City centarl library of mysore J.P.Nagar Branch Mysore Vijaya Nag G* Library Assistant, City Central Library, Sayyaji Rao Road, Mysore 570001. http://independent.academia.edu/vijayanagG

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Repost : Library Executive Vacant @ Hippocampus, Chennai (Change in Phone no.)
by Usha Ramu 13 Nov '13

13 Nov '13

Hippocampus Children's Experience Centre (Kids Commercial Library) Job Position : Library Executive Nature of the job : Handling llibrary routines, management and administration Salary : Negotiable Female Candidates Preferable Hippocampus Children's Experience Centre is a commercial kids library located in Indra Nagar, Adyar. It is functioning in tie up with German Consulate in its operations. Conducts workshops and summer camps as part of their services to kids. To know more about Hippocampus please click the link : http://hippocampus.in/html/about_us.html Interested can mail their resumes to chandni(a)hippocampus.in Contact Person Mrs. Chandni Khanna Managing Director Cell : 9444049175 chandni(a)hippocampus.in *Thanks & Regards* *Usha Ramu | Librarian | Archaeological Survey of India| Chennai Circle, Fort St. George|Chennai - 600 009| Phone : 044-25670397 - Ext. 27| Mob: 9445728686 | E-Mail : usha.ramur(a)gmail.com <usha.ramur(a)gmail.com>* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Request for full text article
by Ravi Hullur 13 Nov '13

13 Nov '13

Dear Professionals, If any library holds below mentioned article. Please send me. *Y sign: Clinical Indicator to Stop Trenching and Start Cracking *Mathew Kurian Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery Volume 39, Issue 4, April 2013, Pages 493–496 -- ** *** Regards Mr.Ravi Hullur Asst.Librarian KLE University, Belgaum Mob.No.9740638831 Blog:http://ravihullurs.blogspot.in/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Opening for Project Assistant at NIFT Hyderabad
by anand bandi 13 Nov '13

13 Nov '13

Dear moderator, Kindly post the following write up on your Forum for the benefit of LIS Professionals. "The National Institute of Fashion Technology, ( Govt.of India), Hyderabad Campus require MLISc Candidates for the position of project co-ordination to accomplish total integrated Resource Center development. The incumbent should have sound knowledge of computer operation (keying the data) along with strong knowledge of LIS software modules like cataloguing, serials control etc. Those candidates who are interested to apply, should be fluent in spoken and written English, may send their complete CV on the below mentioned address via e-mail latest by 25th November 2013. The candidates selected will be paid a stipend of Rs 10000=00 per month for a fixed period of 4 months. On successful completion of the project, the Candidates will be awarded with NIFT Certificate. Dr.A.N.Bandi, Head, Resource Center, National Institute of Fashion Technology, Madhapur Hyderabad-500081 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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"BioRxiv": biologists' version of arXiv
by Dr. J. K. Vijayakumar 13 Nov '13

13 Nov '13

From: Ann Shumelda Okerson <aokerson(a)gmail.com> Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2013 16:20:15 -0500 With thanks to Gary Price: **** From: Gary Price <gprice(a)gmail.com> Date: Tue, Nov 12, 2013 at 2:19 PM "BioRxiv, launched yesterday by the nonprofit Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL), aims to be biologists' version of arXiv, the popular preprint server where physicists have shared their draft manuscripts for more than 20 years. The goal is to speed the dissemination of research and give scientists a way to get feedback on their papers before they are formally peer-reviewed, says John Inglis, CSHL Press executive director. "There is a growing desire in the community for this kind of service,” Inglis says. It will be free to submit a paper or to read it in bioRxiv, Inglis says. CSHL is paying the costs of the service (he declines to specify them) but hopes that, like arXiv, it will ultimately attract contributions. Although anybody can submit a paper, not everything will be posted: A group of more than 40 "affiliate" scientists have agreed to screen submissions to "assure us that this is real science," Inglis says. "We certainly don't want the enterprise to be sunk by publishing a load of crap." Another limitation is that bioRxiv is for life sciences, not medicine, so it will not publish clinical trials or other research that is "medically relevant," Inglis says. Human genetic data could be posted, however." Full Text Article via Science http://news.sciencemag.org/biology/2013/11/new-preprint-server-aims-be-biol… __gary Gary D. Price, MLIS Co-Founder and Editor, Library Journal's INFOdocket.com Co-Founder and Editor, FullTextReports.com Information Industry Analyst Librarian http://INFOdocket.com http://FullTextReports.com Dr. J. K. VIJAYAKUMAR, -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Executive Vacant @ Hippocampus, Chennai
by Usha Ramu 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

Hippocampus Children's Experience Centre (Kids Commercial Library) Job Position : Library Executive Nature of the job : Handling llibrary routines, management and administration Salary : Negotiable Female Candidates Preferable Hippocampus Children's Experience Centre is a commercial kids library located in Indra Nagar, Adyar. It is functioning in tie up with German Consulate in its operations. Conducts workshops and summer camps as part of their services to kids. To know more about Hippocampus please click the link : http://hippocampus.in/html/about_us.html Interested can mail their resumes to chandni(a)hippocampus.in Contact Person Mrs. Chandni Khanna Managing Director Cell : 9444039175 chandni(a)hippocampus.in *Thanks & Regards* *Usha Ramu | Librarian | Archaeological Survey of India| Chennai Circle, Fort St. George|Chennai - 600 009* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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9th Dr. TB Rajashekar Memorial Seminar (2013): Digital Information Services in Academic and R&D Information Centers
by Madhuresh Singhal 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

Dear Members, NCSI-Net, an informal association comprising of erstwhile NCSI staff and its trainees, was established in 2000. During its 13 years of existence, the association has been constantly engaged in organizing various professional activities like monthly lectures, invited talks, seminars, conferences, and workshops. It has also been collaborating with other professional associations in organizing and conducting various professional activities. Being an informal association, it had its own advantages and to some extent, some constraints, too. Also, many of NCSIians have been expressing their intent, for a long time now, that it should become a registered body so that it can engage itself in lot more diversified activities. Several of senior NCSI-Net members have been mulling about the idea of NCSI-Net being a registered body for a long time. Around March 2013, it was decided that NCSI-Net would be registered as a charitable trust. The process for registration was started thereafter and after few initial hurdles, we finally managed to get it registered. We are very happy to convey that our plan came into fruition on Friday, 14 June 2013. So, NCSI-Net is now NCSI-Net Foundation, a registered charitable trust. The foundation, for the present, will continue with the existing activities including the annual lecture and seminar series in honor and memory of late Dr. T.B. Rajashekar. In fact, the TBR Memorial lecture, 2013, on "Knowledge Diversity in Media Content Analysis - An Analytico-synthetic Approach" delivered by Dr. Devika P. Madalli of DRTC, on Friday 21 June 2013, was the inaugural event of the foundation. The foundation already has a web presence with a very rudimentary web site, accessible at http://www.ncsinet.org/. It will be improved up on in due course of time. We are now gearing up for the second event by the foundation – Dr. T.B. Rajashekar Memorial Seminar. The announcement about the seminar follows: NCSI-Net Foundation cordially invites you to the 9th Dr. TBR Memorial Seminar (2013). This year's topic will be "Digital Information Services in Academic and R&D Information Centers". It’s a one-day seminar targeted for the benefit of students of Library and Information Science and budding LIS professionals. The details of the seminar are given below. Brochure is available at Foundation website. Title: Dr. TBR Memorial Seminar (2013): Digital Information Services in Academic and R&D Information Centers Date: November 23, 2013 (Saturday); 08:45 AM - 04:30 PM Venue: APC (erstwhile NCSI) Seminar Hall, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore - 560012 Registration fee: Rs. 250/- for Students and Rs. 500/- for budding professionals (includes working Lunch). Target audience: Students of Library & Information Science courses & budding information professionals. Seminar coverage: The Seminar is being conducted with an intention to create awareness amongst the students and budding information professionals about the latest developments in the field of Information and Communication technologies applicable to LIS profession. This year's Seminar will give an overview on the various Digital Information Services provided by the Library & Information Centers in R&D and Academic Institutions. There will also be a session dealing with soft skills/communication skills and career building strategies for LIS professionals. Please do note that no arrangements for accommodation are being made for outstation participants. Number of participants restricted to 40 (due to Space constraint), it will be on first come first serve basis. Kindly bring this to the attention of the budding professionals and encourage them to attend the seminar. Participants will get an opportunity to interact with fellow professionals working in the industry and academia. For further information and Seminar Brochure, please visit the Seminar website at: http://www.ncsinet.org/ Regards Madhuresh Singhal On behalf of NCSI-Net Foundation -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librrary Professional Asst. - Trainee: Please post to the forum members
by Shreyasi Parikh 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

National Institute of Design invites applications from the prospective Library and Information Science candidates to to work as a Library professional Asst. Trainee for one year Remuneration will be Rs.10,000/- per month. Fresh passed out MLISC are preferable. Vacancy ; Ahmedabad (Two/Three Trainees) Gandhinagar (One trainee) Bengulru (One trainee) Library Timings : Monday to Friday (9.00 am to 6.00 pm) Saturday (9.00 am to 6.00 pm) The interested applicants may send the applications to the below mentioned address by 20th Nov., 2013. Thanks -- Dr. Shreyasi K. Parikh Head, Knowledge Management Center (KMC) National Institute of Design Paldi, Opp. Museum AHMEDABAD - 380007 Tel. No. : 079-26629749 (Direct) 079 .26629 500/600, Extn 749 (O) http://www.nid.edu/ If you want to be successful, it’s just this simple. Know what you are doing; Love what you are doing; And believe in what you are doing. ~ Will Rogers -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Paper Submission (NCDL-2014).Few days Left
by Rasmita Mohanty 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

Dear Forum Members, As all of you are aware that Tolani College of Commerce, Mumbai is organizing an UGC-Sponsored National Conference on DIGITAL LIBRARIES: Re-SHAPING TRADITIONAL LIBRARIES INTO NEXT-GEN LIBRARIES (NCDL) during 16th and 17th January 2014. There are only few more days left for Paper submission. Therefore those who have already submitted their abstracts are hereby requested to submit the full papers soon. And those who are still interested to submit the papers can directly send the full papers. Kindly note that all the selected papers will be published in the Pre-Conference proceedings with ISBN. We believe your strong presence and participation in the conference will add value to it. We count on your support for a successful conference and look forward to your contribution and participation in the event. For Details kindly visit the conference page at URL: http://ncdl-2014.hpage.com Best Regards. -- ----------------------------------------------------------- Mrs. Rasmita Mohanty [MLISc(Gold Medal), UGC-NET, PGDLAN, PGDCA] Librarian & Organizing Secretary (NCDL 2014) Tolani College of Commerce (NAAC Re-accredited with Grade-A) Mumbai-400093 Phone:022-61535442 E-mail: rasmita06(a)gmail.com, rashmitam(a)tcc.tolani.edu URL: http://ncdl-2014.hpage.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Open Repositories 2014 -- Call for Proposals
by Imma Subirats 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

* * apologies for cross-posting ** The Ninth International Conference on Open Repositories, OR2014, will be held 9-13 June 2014 in Helsinki, Finland. The organizers are pleased to invite you to contribute to the program. This year's conference theme is: *Towards Repository Ecosystems* Repository systems are but one part of the ecosystem in 21st century research, and it is increasingly clear that no single repository will serve as the sole resource for its community. How can repositories best be positioned to offer complementary services in a network that includes research data management systems, institutional and discipline repositories, publishers, and the open Web? When should service providers build to fill identified niches, and where should they connect with related services? How might these networks offer services to support organizations that lack the resources to build their own, or researchers seeking to optimize their domain workflows? Examining how repositories best integrate into the holistic research flow; exploring ties between domain-specific repositories and institutional repositories; and understanding durable content strategies outside of traditional repository environments are the central themes of the Open Repositories 2014 conference. We welcome proposals on these themes, but also on the theoretical, practical, organizational or administrative topics related to digital repositories. We're particularly interested in hearing about: * Unconventional approaches to repository-like services * Interconnection between publishers and repositories * Researcher-centered design for scholarly workflows * Adaptations to support curation lifecycle management, e.g., for research data * Real-world scalability and performance stories: working at web-scale, with big data for global usage * Requirements for holding restricted or classified data in repositories * Infrastructure to accommodate national and international mandates for data management and open access * Positioning repositories closer to (local, consortial, or cloud-based) cyberinfrastructure for data processing * Leveraging connections to external services including: * Remote identifier services (e.g., DOI, ORCID) * (Re-)using repository data/metadata in new and unexpected ways, including integrated discovery * Scholarly social media services, such as for annotation, review, comment, reputation, citation, and altmetrics * CRIS and research management systems * Digital preservation tools, services & infrastructure * Community and sustainability in an open world *KEY DATES* • 3 February 2014: Deadline for submissions • 4 April 2014: Submitters notified of acceptance to general conference • 17 April 2014: Submitters notified of acceptance to interest groups • 9-13 June 2014: OR2014 conference SUBMISSION PROCESS *Conference Papers and Panels* We welcome proposals that are at least two pages and no more than four pages in length for presentations or panels that deal with digital repositories and repository services. Abstracts of accepted papers will be made available through the conference’s web site, and later they and associated materials will be made available in a repository intended for current and future OR content. In general, sessions are an hour and a half long with three papers per session; panels may take an entire session. Relevant papers unsuccessful in the main track will automatically be considered for inclusion, as appropriate, as an Interest Group presentation. *Interest Group Presentations* One to two-page proposals for presentations or panels that focus on use of one of the major repository platforms (DSpace, ePrints, and Fedora) are invited from developers, researchers, repository managers, administrators and practitioners describing novel experiences or developments in the construction and use of repositories involving issues specific to these technical platforms. *24x7 Presentation Proposals* We welcome one- to two-page proposals for 7 minute presentations comprising no more than 24 slides. Similar to Pecha Kuchas or Lightning Talks, these 24x7 presentations will be grouped into blocks based on conference themes, with each block followed by a moderated discussion / question and answer session involving the audience and whole block of presenters. This format will provide conference goers with a fast-paced survey of like work across many institutions, and presenters the chance to disseminate their work in more depth and context than a traditional poster. *"Repository Rants" 24x7 Block.* One block of 24x7's at OR14 will revolve around "repository rants": brief exposés that challenge the conventional wisdom or practice, and highlight what the repository community is doing that is misguided, or perhaps just missing altogether. The top proposals will be incorporated into a track meant to provoke unconventional approaches to repository services. *Posters, Demos and Developer "How-To's"* We invite developers, researchers, repository managers, administrators and practitioners to submit one-page proposals for posters, demonstrations, technical how-tos and technology briefings. Posters provide an opportunity to present work that isn’t appropriate for a paper; you’ll have the chance to do a 60-second pitch for your poster or demo during a plenary session at the conference. Developer "How-To's" will provide a forum for running a mini-tutorial or demonstration in the developer lounge, if there are enough interested parties. *Developer Challenge* Each year a significant proportion of the delegates at Open Repositories are software developers who work on repository software or related services, and once again OR2014 will feature a Developer Challenge. An announcement will be made in the future with more details on the Challenge. Developers are also encouraged to make submissions to the other tracks--including posters, demonstrations, and 24x7 presentations--to present on recently completed work and works-in-progress. *Workshops and Tutorials* One- to two-page proposals for Workshops and Tutorials addressing theoretical or practical issues around digital repositories are welcomed. Please address the following in your proposal: • The subject of the event and what knowledge you intend to convey • Length of session (e.g., 1-hour, 2-hour? half a day? whole day?) • How many attendees you plan to accommodate • Technology and facility requirements • Any other supplies or support required • A brief statement on the learning outcomes from the session • Anything else you believe is pertinent to carrying out the session Submit your paper, poster, demo or workshop proposal through the conference system. PDF format is preferred. Please include presentation title, authors’ names and affiliations in the submission. The conference system will be open for submissions by 16 December 2013, and is linked from the conference web site: http://or2014.helsinki.fi/ *Program Co-Chairs* Tom Cramer, Stanford University Mike Giarlo, Pennsylvania State University Simeon Warner, Cornell University contact: or-program-chair(a)googlegroups.com *Local Hosts* Helsinki University Library National Library of Finland contact: or-2014(a)helsinki.fi Social Media #or2014 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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EasyLibrary (ISO File) (DSpace 3.2 with NewGenLib and Joomla 3.2)
by DP Tripathi 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

Dear All, It gives me immense pleasure to inform everyone that EasyLibrary (An ISO File) (DSpace 3.2 with NewGenLib and Joomla 3.2 - Pr-configured with Ubuntu 12.04 LTS) is available at www.librarianguide.in under the link Digital Library --> DSpace 3.2 The link is given below to download for your kind reference. http://librarianguide.in/easylibrary.iso Thanks, -- ********************* D. P. Tripathi Assistant Librarian Biju Patnaik Central Library NIT Rourkela Odisha - 769008 ********************** -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Librarians Can Also Undertake MRP Under UGC XII Plan (?)
by santosh hulagabali 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

Librarians Can Also Undertake MRP Under UGC XII Plan (?) Dear friends, There is a huge uproar over barring (?) the Librarians from undertaking UGC's MRP. But is it really true? Is it really the right interpretation of the UGC XII Plan Guidelines related to MRPs?? (refer to the following URLs) My discussion with some (non-LIS) experts connected with education system revealed altogether a different story. They interpret the said UGC guidelines in a positive way. They mean that the in-service Librarians can also undertake UGC's MRP. So the moot point is: have we misinterpreted the guidelines/circular? or the guidelines are leading to misinterpretation? or are the Librarians really barred from undertaking UGC's MRP?. So the positive interpretation is (as per the experts' interpretation): In-service Librarians are eligible for MRP under UGC XII Plan but not post retirement. Whereas Library Science teachers, Principals, and Vice-Chancellors are eligible even after retirement for availing the MRP. Justification for the positive interpretation (as per the experts' interpretation): 1. The initial paragraph of the circular (page 2) states that any teacher of university and college (with 2 (F) & 12 (B) of UGC Act, 1956) can apply. So the Librarians should be considered here. 2. After stating the rule for retired teachers (Major RP, page 3), the very next paragraph states, "Only the teaching faculty of Library Science,Physical Education, Principals and VCs will also be eligible to participate in the scheme". So this should be considered in the context of the preceding paragraph discussing about the retired professionals. So what is your say on this?? Let us discuss. UGC XII Plan Guidelines, for your reference: 1. http://www.ugc.ac.in/pdfnews/7716504_12th-plan-guidelines.pdf (Major RP) 2. http://www.ugc.ac.in/pdfnews/6733319_12th-plan-Minor.pdf (Minor RP) Best regards, Santosh C. Hulagabali Librarian | Library & Information Centre Nagindas Khandwala College* | Malad (W) | Mumbai-64 | India Tel: 022-2808 5424| Extn.No.222/223 | Fax: 022-2865 0461 Library Blog| College Website | COIST | OAMII 2013 *Affiliated to University of Mumbai | Reaccredited 'A' Grade by NAAC| ISO 9001:2008 Certified College .................................................................................................................................... DISCLAIMER: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) & may contain confidential & privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail & descard all copies of the original message. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article Request
by Shihab Illias 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

Respected Friends One of our research scholar needs the following article for his research. If you have access to the same, please send a soft copy to my mail Id i.e. shihabillias(a)gmail.com Safe at the Wheel? Security Issues for Female Taxi Drivers-N Westmarland1 and J Anderson,Security Journal (2001) 14, 29–40; doi:10.1057/palgrave.sj.8340080 http://www.palgrave-journals.com/sj/journal/v14/n2/abs/8340080a.html With regards Shihab.I. Library Professional University of Kerala Email: shihabillias(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Recruitment of Two Apprenticeship Trainees at Library of National Institute of Malaria Research New Delhi
by Rashid 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

Dear All, Library of National Institute of Malaria Research requires two young professionals to work as Apprenticeship trainees for the year 2014 (January- December 2014) purely on temporary basis for the proposed term. For details advertisement, Pl. See the attached file. Regards, Librarian National Institute of Malaria Research, Sector-8, Dwarka, New Delhi-110077 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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One Day Workshop on "Basic knowledge and computerization to manage the school libraries"
by Vasanth 11 Nov '13

11 Nov '13

Pramati Hill View Academy, Mysore, in collaboration with Mysore Librarians and Information Scientists Association (MyLISA), Mysore has organized a one day workshop on the theme "Basic knowledge and computerization to manage the school libraries". This workshop is the first of this kind in Mysore to promote school libraries.Participants will have practical training in all facets of computerization of school libraries. The workshop will be held on 18th November 2013 between 9 AM to 4.30 PM at Pramati Hillview Academy, CA-2, Udayaravi Raod, Kuvempunagar, Mysore. There is no delegation fee to attend the workshop. Those who are interested to attend the workshop, please contact: Smt. Vanishree M.S. Librarian Pramati Hillview Academy Kuvempunagar Phone : 0821-4246666/ 9844747327 E-mail: library(a)pramatischool.org ---------------------- With best wishes Vasantha Raju N. PRO, MyLISA Mysore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation for the 6th KALA National Seminar on “Save Libraries and Librarianship”
by Rajendra Babu 11 Nov '13

11 Nov '13

Invitation for the 6th KALA National Seminar on “Save Libraries and Librarianship” Organised by Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) On behalf of KALA, we cordially invite you to participate in the seminar. We would appreciate if you could cascade this information to your professional friends. Details about the seminar: Event: One Day 6th KALA National Seminar on “Save Libraries and Librarianship” Day: Saturday Date & Time: 16th November 2013 from 9-30am to 5.00pm Venue: The Seminar Hall, City Central Library, West Zone, Hampinagar, (RPC Layout), Vijayanagar, Bangalore - 40 Organizers: Karnataka State Library Association (KALA) Registration: Free (First come first serve basis). please confirm your registration to hrajendra.babu(a)gmail.com 09.30am - 10.00am: Registration 10.00am - 11.00am: Inauguration Chief Guests: • Shri. Kimmane Ratnakara, Hon’ble minister for Libraries, Govt. of Karnataka, Bangalore. • Prof. V G Talawar, VC, Reva University, Bangalore • Shri. M M Badni, Director, Dept. of Public Libraries, Karnataka, Bangalore Dr. M Krishnamurthy, President, KALA, Bangalore, Would preside over the function 11.00am - 10.15am: Tea Break 11.15am - 13.15am: Seminar on “Save Libraries and Librarianship” Speakers: • Dr. T D Kemparaju, Professor, DLISc, Bangalore University, Bangalore. • Dr. Chiranjeevi Singh, IAS., Former Additional Chief Secretary, Govt. of Karnataka • Dr. Gururaj Karjagi, Chairman, Academy for Creative Teaching, Bangalore. • Shri. D. Tangaraj, IAS, Principal Secretary to Government, Urban Development Department (UDD) and Board of Directors PWD-EAP, Bangalore. 13.15pm – 14.00pm: Lunch break 14.00pm - 15.30pm: Presidents Perspective 15.30pm – 16.00pm: Coffee/Tea Break 16.00-17.00: KALA AGM 17.00-18.00: KALA Elections for the GC You are cordially invited.... H Rajendra Babu General Secretary, KALA -- Thanks and Regards, Rajendra Babu H Assistant Professor Dept. of studies and Research in LIS Tumkur University B H Road, Tumkur-572103. Karnataka, India -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Congrats to Sri P.Y.Rajendrakumar
by Mailing List Admin 11 Nov '13

11 Nov '13

Date: Mon, 11 Nov 2013 16:00:45 +0800 (SGT) From: vasappa gowda <vasgowda(a)yahoo.co.in> Hearty Congratulations to Rajendra Kumar for being appointed as Librarian- NLI. Looking forward to a greater achievement in LIS field through NLI. With regards Dr. VASAPPA GOWDA, MCom, MLISc, PGDCA, PhD SELECTION GRADE LIBRARIAN, BESANT EVENING COLLEGE, MANGALORE-575 003, KARNATAKA STATE, INDIA. Ph (0824) 2491204(O) �� (0824) 2453109(R) Mob: 09448150365

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Re: [LIS-Forum] ; LIS-Forum] Congrats to Shri. P Y Rajendra Kumar on his new appointment as Director General, National Library of India, kolkata
by Mailing List Admin 11 Nov '13

11 Nov '13

Mon, 11 Nov 2013 11:02:24 +0530 From: Rajendrakumar Py <pyrajendrakumar(a)gmail.com> Dear Friends, Thank you very much for your wishes.We all will work together for taking national Library to the greater heights. With regards, P.Y.Rajendra Kumar D.G.,National Library Kolkata

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PY Rajendra Kumar-First full-time DG of NLI with Professional Background
by Ishwar Goudar 11 Nov '13

11 Nov '13

Dear Professionals, Let us congratulate Mr. P.Y. Rajendra Kumar (soon he will be Dr. P.Y. R.) for occupying the prestigious post of Director General, National Library of India (NLI). I had a quick glance of history of NLI on its official website at http://www.nationallibrary.gov.in/nat_lib_stat/history.html and found that he is the* first full time DG of NLI with LIS background*. Earlier, myself as a member of SLA, Karnataka, have seen him and his leadership quality closely. I am sure with his 40 years of rich experience in various capacities in different organisations, specifically as Director of DPL, Karnataka, he will be in a position give a good leadership to NLI and give new direction to its services. He has won several awards including Aryabhata Award, Indira Priyadarshini Award, Ranganathan-Kaula Librarian Award, Government of Karnataka's Best Librarian Award, etc. He also served KALA as its President. PYR, we are proud of you, keep it up. Regards, -- Dr. I.R.N. Goudar Visiting Professor and Library Adviser Mysore University Library University of Mysore Manasagangotri, MYSORE - 570 006 Ex Scientist 'G' and Head, ICAST, NAL, Bangalore Tel: 0821-2419283 mob: 09611165781 E-mail: goudarishwar(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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DDC up to 20th edition is now freely available in Internet Archive
by Shihab Illias 11 Nov '13

11 Nov '13

Dear Friends DDC up to 20th edition is now freely available in Internet Archive http://archive.org/search.php?query=%28collection%3Aoclclibrary+OR+mediatyp… With Regards Shihab.I. Library Professional University of Kerala -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON EMERGING TRENDS IN LIBRARIES & INFORMATION SERVICES(ETLIS-2014) ORGANISED BY JHARKHAND INFORMATION & LIBRARY ASSOCIATION(JILA) AT BIT, MESRA ON 22-23RD FEB, 2014
by BASANTA KUMAR Das 11 Nov '13

11 Nov '13

*INTRODUCTION* Recent developments in the field of library and information science and the rapid advancements in information technologies and services have no doubt brought about new and different ways of accessing, storing, and disseminating information throughout the world. As new technologies and services are emerging, new challenges are evolving. These challenges as a matter of fact, have made it imperative for library and information professionals to retool and be well equipped to face these challenges. This conference is to bring out the vital importance and effectiveness of the Library System in Modern Libraries. Libraries today are the power houses of Information and Technology which have given rise to revolutionary changes. Libraries are agents of Information and as such have a very important role to disseminate knowledge in all the fields of learning for they are basically linked up with the social welfare of their people. JILA has organized this conference to considering the challenges of the future and changing scenario. The conference will provide an opportunity to review and discuss comprehensively the matters related to the development and modernization of Libraries & Information Centres among participants. Theme: Emerging Trends in Libraries & Information Services (ETLIS) *Sub-Themes: * *Emerging Technologies : Issues and Challenges:* Use of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and Smart Card; Storage Devices; Mobile Technology and its Application in Library Services; Web Technologies and its Applications; Digital Libraries and Future; E-Resources and Information Literacy; Cloud and Grid Computing in Library and Information Services. *Perception Changes in Librarianship*: Role of Librarians in the e-Governance Era; Professional Behavior and the Changing Attitudes; Delivery and Exchange of Service; Ethics and Values; Customer Relation Management; Second Generation Library Services Providers and Consumers; Consortia & Networks. *Global Best Practices in Library and Information Services:* International Standards and Library Systems; Digital Content Management System; Quality Assurance in Scholarly Communication; Data and Information Security; Digital Preservation/Archives; E-Resource Management. *User Expectation, Experience in Virtual Library System - Case Studies: * Data and Information Management in Virtual Organizations; Academic Library; E-Governance and Libraries; Electronic Learning; Enterprise Information Services by Libraries; Information Literacy; Public Library; Special Library; User Awareness Services; User Mobility and Context awareness in Information Access; User Studies and Evaluation of Digital Library Systems and Applications *Conference Language : **English/Hindi* *Who Should Attend* Librarians/ Information Professionals in *Public*/Corporate/Special/University/College/School Libraries, Systems Librarians, Information Technologists, Teachers and Students. *Call for papers* Authors are requested to submit the full paper (with abstracts not exceeding 200 words with at least three key words, *Reference presentation in APA Style*) which should not exceed 5000 words in A4 size with one-and-half spacing with a margin of 1” on all sides, composed in MS word and should be sent by e-mail to: jilaranchi(a)gmail.com to reach us by *15th January, 2014.* Photographs, charts, if any should be attached separately. A declaration by the author(s) should be made separately that the paper(s) has/have not been sent elsewhere for publication/presentation. The papers will be published in Conference Proceedings containing *ISBN 978-81-928178-0-4 & in “INFOLIB” ISSN 0974-686.* The decision of the Editorial Committee will be final and will be intimated to the first author within week.* Papers without Registration Fee will not be accepted.* *Registration: * All interested participants/presenting the papers in the conference are advised to get themselves registered. · Registration fee may kindly be paid before *31st January, 2014* & sent along with ‘Registration Form’ with a recent passport size colour photograph for issuing Identity Card. · Spot registration will also be available at the Venue on the Conference day. · The Registration Fee includes participation in technical sessions, conference kit, conference proceedings, tea/coffee, lunch & dinner. *Accommodation* · Accommodation can be arranged nearby BIT, Mesra on first cum first basis in Guest Houses/ Hostels/Hotels with a minimum cost as per requirements, after Registration only. Category of Delegate Registration Fee (Per Participant/Delegate): Individual*(Non-JILA Member)* Rs. 1200.00 *JILA Member*/Students/Retired Persons/School Librarians Rs. 1000.00 Deputed/Sponsored Rs. 2000.00 Accompanying Spouse/person Rs. 500.00 (No Kit) *Payment Details:* All payments related to Registration of Participants/Delegates, Sponsorship, Advertisements, Exhibition etc. are to be made through crossed Demand Draft/Cheque payable at par, drawn in favour of “*Jharkhand Information & Library Association**”* payable at Ranchi. Money can also be transferred directly to Conference Account as given below: Account Name Jharkhand Information & Library Association Account No. IFSC Code BKID0004910 SWIFT Code MICR No. 0834013009 Bank’s Name & Address: Bank of India, Shyamali Ranchi - 834 002 (Jharkhand) India *About JILA* Jharkhand Information & Library Association (JILA) was established in 2007 as a non-profit professional registered body with its head quarter at Ranchi. The association (JILA) believes that our libraries and information centres are a great investment in community learning and literacy. They open the doors of opportunity to minds hungry for knowledge and adventure. JILA is therefore committed to the delivery and promotion of high quality library and information services responsive to the needs of the users. It also enables its members/professionals to achieve and maintain the highest professional standards. *About RANCHI* Ranchi is picturesquely situated in the heart and is capital city of Jharkhand at an attitude of 2140 feet above sea level, in the nucleus of the region. Once the summer capital of Bihar, Ranchi is well known for its scenic attractions, beautiful & exciting waterfalls, barren rocks and hillocks are scattered around this town, on the other hand hue industries are also to be seen there, which do attract visitors. Ranchi is well connected to all major cities of the country by RAIL, ROAD & AIR. *CONFERENCE VENUE * All the activities of the conference will be conducted at Auditorium of Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi. The Campus is 16 Km from Ranchi Railway Station, 21 Km each from Hatia Railway Station & Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi. BIT is well connected with every type of transport. Address for Correspondence *Mr. Shiva Prakash, * *Convener, NCETLIS 2014 & Secretary, JILA* *Jharkhand Information & Library Association* *“SHIV-SHOVA”, ASHOK PRASTHA, * *BYE PASS ROAD, DIBADIH, P.O. – DORANDA,* *RANCHI – 834 002* *Email :* jilaranchi(a)gmail.com , Phone: BIT Library: 0651 2276675, Mob. # *Dr. Vijaykumar M.* (094307 02887), *Dr. Bhaskar Karn* (094313 82601), *Mr. Shiv Prakash* (094311 09820), *DR. Bharat Bhushan* (098353 76044), *Mr. Sanjay Kumar Karn* (094311 04313), *Mr. Basanta Kumar Das*(09431359491) -- BASANTA KUMAR DAS IGNOU -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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